Factors affecting the accuracy of chest compression depth estimation

Objective We aimed to estimate the accuracy of visual estimation of chest compression depth and identify potential factors affecting accuracy. Methods This simulation study used a basic life support mannequin, the Ambu man. We recorded chest compression with 7 different depths from 1 to 7 cm. Each v...

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Main Authors: Jung Hee Kang, Won Chul Cha, Minjung Kathy Chae, Hang A Park, Sung Yeon Hwang, Sang Chan Jin, Tae Rim Lee, Tae Gun Shin, Min Seob Sim, Ik Joon Jo, Keun Jeong Song, Joong Eui Rhee, Yeon Kwon Jeong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Korean Society of Emergency Medicine 2014-12-01
Series:Clinical and Experimental Emergency Medicine
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Online Access:http://www.ceemjournal.org/upload/pdf/ceem-14-006.pdf